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Chop, Chop #2
Day-Day
David and Laci are finally together, ready to move to Mexico and start a family. But nothing is ever as easy as it seems...
222 pages, Paperback
Published December 13, 2008
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January 14, 2017
I really, really loved this book!
I only recently discovered the joys of the Kindle app + Bookbub = lots of free books to read. I went on a bit of a free book downloading spree and over these Christmas holidays I have been spoilt for choice. However, I have noticed this has made me a lot more picky about what I'm reading. I started two books last week, both written by well known authors (one of whom has sold millions and millions of copies of books, some of which I've read and really enjoyed)...however, I stopped reading both as neither grabbed me within the first couple of chapters. In fact, I felt pretty 'ho hum' in relation to them both. So, I figured I might as well see what else I'd downloaded.
Then I started to read this book...
Wow. I loved it from the first page. I laughed so much - I particularly really love the teasing interplay between the main characters. I also cried, once at a very inappropriate time (I was on a short break at work and squeezed in a few pages, unfortunately they were very, very sad pages and I had red eyes when I went back to work!). It is very well written, easy to read, fun and has a wonderful, faith-filled focus.
The only downside was that this is the second book in the series and it is FULL of spoilers (naturally). I'm reading book one now (Chop, Chop) and would strongly suggest reading that first before reading this book. I think Day-Day is better than Chop, Chop (like any series, I guess she's had a chance to develop her characters so they can have even more fun) but Chop, Chop is great too. It just takes a little longer to warm up.
They are both free on Amazon. Definitely, definitely worth downloading and reading!!!
Have I mentioned that I really, really liked this book??? :-)
I only recently discovered the joys of the Kindle app + Bookbub = lots of free books to read. I went on a bit of a free book downloading spree and over these Christmas holidays I have been spoilt for choice. However, I have noticed this has made me a lot more picky about what I'm reading. I started two books last week, both written by well known authors (one of whom has sold millions and millions of copies of books, some of which I've read and really enjoyed)...however, I stopped reading both as neither grabbed me within the first couple of chapters. In fact, I felt pretty 'ho hum' in relation to them both. So, I figured I might as well see what else I'd downloaded.
Then I started to read this book...
Wow. I loved it from the first page. I laughed so much - I particularly really love the teasing interplay between the main characters. I also cried, once at a very inappropriate time (I was on a short break at work and squeezed in a few pages, unfortunately they were very, very sad pages and I had red eyes when I went back to work!). It is very well written, easy to read, fun and has a wonderful, faith-filled focus.
The only downside was that this is the second book in the series and it is FULL of spoilers (naturally). I'm reading book one now (Chop, Chop) and would strongly suggest reading that first before reading this book. I think Day-Day is better than Chop, Chop (like any series, I guess she's had a chance to develop her characters so they can have even more fun) but Chop, Chop is great too. It just takes a little longer to warm up.
They are both free on Amazon. Definitely, definitely worth downloading and reading!!!
Have I mentioned that I really, really liked this book??? :-)
March 1, 2012
I don't know what it is about this author and her writing style, but her books grab me instantly and draw me in. I finished "Day-Day" in a matter of hours. It was heart-wrenching and raw, but wonderful at the same time. I'm off to download book three!
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As soon as I got to the part about Doroteo's legs, I knew what was wrong with him. I have a genetic (thus far, incurable) form of rickets. I am a voracious reader but have never read a book where a character had rickets; and while the type of rickets was different, it was still awesome to see this disease addressed in a book. I hope that it will bring more awareness to this disease as very little has been done in the way of research and a cure is (obviously) desperately hoped for. There is information available about genetic rickets through the XLH Network online. If you Google it, you'll find the address. I don't think Amazon will allow me to put the web address here.
************************************SPOILER ALERT**************************************
As soon as I got to the part about Doroteo's legs, I knew what was wrong with him. I have a genetic (thus far, incurable) form of rickets. I am a voracious reader but have never read a book where a character had rickets; and while the type of rickets was different, it was still awesome to see this disease addressed in a book. I hope that it will bring more awareness to this disease as very little has been done in the way of research and a cure is (obviously) desperately hoped for. There is information available about genetic rickets through the XLH Network online. If you Google it, you'll find the address. I don't think Amazon will allow me to put the web address here.
August 25, 2012
Could not put this down.
I read a lot and yes there are many books that can hold my interest and make me excited to read them, but rarely can I say a book will just beg me to finish it.
I don't normally seek out Christian fiction for any reason other than knowing it will be smutt free. (Something I really believe is unnecessary in a book.) This author somehow manages to weave a tale about characters you care for with an inspirational message of faith. I have again been impressed by the strong message without the book having a preachy tone.
I am truly impressed with this author and I WILL be reading all of the books in this series. (The only thing that stopped me from downloading book three the moment I finished this one was the time: 1:00 am.)
Kudos to the author!
I read a lot and yes there are many books that can hold my interest and make me excited to read them, but rarely can I say a book will just beg me to finish it.
I don't normally seek out Christian fiction for any reason other than knowing it will be smutt free. (Something I really believe is unnecessary in a book.) This author somehow manages to weave a tale about characters you care for with an inspirational message of faith. I have again been impressed by the strong message without the book having a preachy tone.
I am truly impressed with this author and I WILL be reading all of the books in this series. (The only thing that stopped me from downloading book three the moment I finished this one was the time: 1:00 am.)
Kudos to the author!
December 18, 2012
Another great read, not as emotional as the first book in the series but I still loved it and didn't nearly cry this time. It shows a new side to David and who could not love Dorito hehe.
This story shows us that even when times are so bad that we can get through them.
This story shows us that even when times are so bad that we can get through them.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 23, 2017
Christian fiction for young adults is the marketing title for this series of books. Although I am Christian, I don't QUITE fit into the young adult category! However this is the third of this series I have read, the first being 'What I want' which is slightly apart from the series, a kind of spin off, and I have to say each one of them have had me turning page after page to the end! Brilliant and highly recommended.
August 4, 2019
Continued story of a lovely, Christian family - heartache and all — moving to 3rd in series. Highly recommended.
March 14, 2017
This book really resonated with me because Laci and David experienced something that I've personally experienced and wouldn't wish on anyone. The story is a hopeful one, though. God is mindful of us and the desires of our hearts.
March 28, 2013
I liked the book mainly because I just got to explore the life of David and Laci. As in, their story continued... and I've always liked series where I get to stick with the characters for a while. If that makes sense.
Now here are my thoughts on the rest of the stuff in here.
Sometimes books are too happy. Everything is perfect, guy-gets-girl-and-they-live-happily-ever-after. So I liked Chop-Chop, because there was enough friendship and love and sadness that it made me really get into it, and love the characters, and cry cry cry when Greg died. But this one? It's like the sadness was overdone. I understand that all the sad/bad stuff that happened to them could happen to someone, but I guess my problem is that I usually like books that are exciting, dangerous, mysterious, etc. etc. etc. And books that have a happy ending. If they don't have a happy ending, they have to at least be exciting enough that they keep me wanting more and motivate me to read the next book. But this...it was just...sad.
Wow, this wasn't a very good review. Well, I'm sleepy. And sitting in an uncomfortable position. That's my excuse, at any rate. But here's my last thought--not a good ending. I was surprised when I suddenly realized "Whoa, there's only like 5 more pages." And then when it ended, I felt a bit of dissapointment.
Nonetheless... I've read enough of David and Laci that I want to read the next one.
Now here are my thoughts on the rest of the stuff in here.
Sometimes books are too happy. Everything is perfect, guy-gets-girl-and-they-live-happily-ever-after. So I liked Chop-Chop, because there was enough friendship and love and sadness that it made me really get into it, and love the characters, and cry cry cry when Greg died. But this one? It's like the sadness was overdone. I understand that all the sad/bad stuff that happened to them could happen to someone, but I guess my problem is that I usually like books that are exciting, dangerous, mysterious, etc. etc. etc. And books that have a happy ending. If they don't have a happy ending, they have to at least be exciting enough that they keep me wanting more and motivate me to read the next book. But this...it was just...sad.
Wow, this wasn't a very good review. Well, I'm sleepy. And sitting in an uncomfortable position. That's my excuse, at any rate. But here's my last thought--not a good ending. I was surprised when I suddenly realized "Whoa, there's only like 5 more pages." And then when it ended, I felt a bit of dissapointment.
Nonetheless... I've read enough of David and Laci that I want to read the next one.
February 24, 2016
First let me say that I read this edition from a Kindle edition which had a different cover and one that I really liked as it showed a little boy's hand within a man's hand. The new edition cover with the red "pepper-like" soother certainly wouldn't have caught my attention, but I am unable to change to the kindle edition that I own. Don't let the cover fool you though - this is a great story which will bring tears to your eyes.
David and Laci have married at the beginning of this story and they are leaving on their honeymoon, which David has managed to keep as a surprise for Laci, so I will not reveal this. In Chop, Chop #1 we know that it is Laci's dream to go back to Mexico to do Mission work and after the honeymoon, we are 'taken to Mexico'. David thinks that he will be able to just keep to his engineering work and not get involved in the Mission work with orphans that has taken over Laci's heart. I have had personal experience doing mission work myself with a home of 20 orphan boys and I know how worthwhile and heart-rendering this type of work can be. Every child is so precious, but some can just "steal your heart away". David has that experience as a precious little boy, "Dorito" decides to adopt David "Day-Day" as his own.
This story will break your heart over and over again as you read through the struggles and trials that face David and Laci as they try to make a new life and a new family while working a mission field in Mexico.
Thanks to L. N. Cronk, the characters in this story are delightfully developed and you will feel that they are part of your own family.
David and Laci have married at the beginning of this story and they are leaving on their honeymoon, which David has managed to keep as a surprise for Laci, so I will not reveal this. In Chop, Chop #1 we know that it is Laci's dream to go back to Mexico to do Mission work and after the honeymoon, we are 'taken to Mexico'. David thinks that he will be able to just keep to his engineering work and not get involved in the Mission work with orphans that has taken over Laci's heart. I have had personal experience doing mission work myself with a home of 20 orphan boys and I know how worthwhile and heart-rendering this type of work can be. Every child is so precious, but some can just "steal your heart away". David has that experience as a precious little boy, "Dorito" decides to adopt David "Day-Day" as his own.
This story will break your heart over and over again as you read through the struggles and trials that face David and Laci as they try to make a new life and a new family while working a mission field in Mexico.
Thanks to L. N. Cronk, the characters in this story are delightfully developed and you will feel that they are part of your own family.
September 16, 2012
Great quick read. This author writes in a way that you WANT to find out what happens. I laughed, and I had tears streaming down my face. But it was a story with a topic that many authors and movies breeze over or avoid all together. As the second in the series, I found this one to be less "preachy", and more realistic. That may only be because my faith wasn't as strong when I was younger as these kids. But I am off to purchase and download book three. Interested to see where David, Lacey, and "Dorito" go from here.
May 20, 2013
The second book of the Chop Chop series...yes, I admit. I got hooked. But that's a good thing in this case. The title seems strange but it makes sense really quickly. I have really enjoyed the characters in these books so far and am anxious to see where they go from here. L.N. Cronk has a great writing style that is easy to read and flows nicely and has as a way of throwing curve balls at you that you never saw coming! And I love it when I catch myself smiling while reading, and I have done that several times while reading these books. Thanks for the great read!
March 27, 2015
Great sequel!
The first book was so good that I shared it with my 15 year old daughter who also loved it. It didn't take too much work on her part to convince me to buy book two. Again, I was impressed with the writing and admittedly surprised when the story took more than one unexpected twist. I'm not always a fan of Christian fiction, but so far this author has done a great job of being "real" and as my daughter said, "relatable". Great book!
The first book was so good that I shared it with my 15 year old daughter who also loved it. It didn't take too much work on her part to convince me to buy book two. Again, I was impressed with the writing and admittedly surprised when the story took more than one unexpected twist. I'm not always a fan of Christian fiction, but so far this author has done a great job of being "real" and as my daughter said, "relatable". Great book!
November 24, 2015
Heartwarming account of trusting in God's plan.
Laci and Dave we'd after their graduation from their two colleges. Lack had always known she would marry Dave. They've been friends most of their lives. Dave had tutored Lack through her math classes in high school. After a church service project to Mexico, Laci desires to serve in the orphanage in Mexico City. Because of Dave's work they are able to live this part of her dream.
Laci and Dave we'd after their graduation from their two colleges. Lack had always known she would marry Dave. They've been friends most of their lives. Dave had tutored Lack through her math classes in high school. After a church service project to Mexico, Laci desires to serve in the orphanage in Mexico City. Because of Dave's work they are able to live this part of her dream.
May 11, 2012
This is the second book of the series and it was not quite as good as the first but still I finished it in less than 24 hours. As in the first one there were times I laughed and times I cried. The Christian lifestyle was evident throughout and it was refreshing on how it was presented. I will be downloading the third book today.
May 25, 2012
The story of David and Laci continues as they start married life in Mexico. They learn to lean on the will of God as their new marriage faces challenges. The couple deals with a new loss, mourning, depression and serious illness. This book is as touching as the first in the Chop, Chop series. I'm still amazed at the writing. I read a lot and L.N. Cronk is a rare voice.
October 23, 2012
Another great read by L.N. Cronk. Loving the continuing saga of David & Laci as they continue their life & journey in Mexico. Makes you think about how many times we all hear God's 'voice' telling us to follow a path & we ignore it. We don't always recognize the voice and realize how much easier our lives would be if we were more obediant.
December 4, 2013
I re-read Chop, Chop the other day before beginning Day-Day. Both books are wonderful at drawing out your emotions and addressing some of the complexities of feeling that are often tritely dealt with in much Christian fiction. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of the occasional editing flaws in both books. The story itself is a 5+.
December 4, 2013
This is the second book in the "Chop, Chop" series and I am hooked (book one is free from Amazon so pick it up). Book Two if filled with more humor and heartache as it continues the stories of David and Laci. The author does a great job of portraying real life, the good and the bad, through book two.
December 4, 2013
Good read, read in a matter of hours. This series, so far, focuses on the concept of forgiveness. Its a true testimony of God's love exhibited from one to another. I have to say, forgiveness in theory is easy, but quite a different story when faced with difficult, painful situations. Again, take a chance and read it. I think I will finish this series. I hope you will join me.
February 13, 2014
This story was really, really good. I enjoyed reading more about Laci and David beyond Chop Chop. This isn't a light-hearted story though. There are some heavy and sad things they deal with but I still enjoyed it. There are, I think, eight books in this series, so I'm sure at some point we'll read the others.
March 18, 2012
Well I read it in one day, does that tell you anything? And I read half of the third one and now I'm almost done with the third one too! I HAVE to get some work done so I HAVE to slow down but these are the BEST books I've read in a LONG time and perhaps the best books I've EVER read.
August 4, 2012
I read this book in one day. It was a heartbreaking story but what really amazed me was that the reader is NOT left with a feeling of despair--and neither are the characters. Starting the next one now!!
August 21, 2012
This was the 2nd in the series. I thought this was a great book. It dealt with some very sad subjects that broke my heart. It was great to see how faith got them thru the tough times. I would recommend this series to young readers.
December 19, 2012
Once I started this book I could not put it down. Like the first book in the series, Chop, Chop, the characters were so real as we're the situations they experienced. I look forward to learning more of this cast and seeing where they are lead.
February 12, 2013
Wow.
I really love this family! The author has done a really good job in making the characters and their lives so BELIEVABLE! Yes, I just got Day-Day...but I just HAVE to get the next book! WARNING: another "good read" that you won't ever forget!!!
I really love this family! The author has done a really good job in making the characters and their lives so BELIEVABLE! Yes, I just got Day-Day...but I just HAVE to get the next book! WARNING: another "good read" that you won't ever forget!!!
May 18, 2013
I admit, I've read these out of order, but it doesn't matter that I know what happened, I still laughed, cried and wanted to live next door to these people who believe as I do that God is an intergral part if life in a non "preachy" way. Is there beyond 5 stars?
June 27, 2013
Read this book in a day and half. I couldn't put it down. I just bought the third one and I can't wait to start it. So many lessons to that are being taught and a lot of thinking going on in my head.
February 22, 2014
This is a quick and easy read and a sweet story that isn't so sweet that it leaves us thinking, "that's not how real life works." I can't wait to continue the series to find out what happens with Laci and David...and Dorito(who I loved from the first moment)!
May 25, 2014
Oh WOW! This book is really emotional. It is one of those books made me laugh, cry and feel a multitude of emotions. My heart broke for Laci, yet rejoiced with her as well. Great writing and a great second book in the series. I will definitely keep reading the series.
September 7, 2014
Must read complete series
I usually never read series, this is a rare exception. LOVE the way these episodes are written and will continue to finish them all. because they are so satisfying
I usually never read series, this is a rare exception. LOVE the way these episodes are written and will continue to finish them all. because they are so satisfying
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